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Learn more about Saran Wrap Road - FS 370D
Saran Wrap Road - FS 370D

Saran Wrap Road - FS 370D

Saran Wrap Road (FS 370D) is a scenic loop trail consisting of mostly rock, dry mud and gravel in the Pike National Forest near Colorado Springs, CO. The trail consists of a couple obstacles that…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
6 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Summer
Learn more about Sarlacc
Sarlacc

Sarlacc

The Sarlacc is a fun and scenic single track in the North Fruita Desert. The trail is fast and flowy and mostly on smooth dirt on top of a rocky ridgeline overlooking the Fruita Valley.…
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Total Miles
7.6
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Fall
Learn more about Sarlacc Trail
Sarlacc Trail

Sarlacc Trail

The Sarlacc ATV route is a steep two-track that connects Coal Gulch Road to the Sarlacc single track and ends at a beautiful overlook of the Fruita Valley. The route is a consistent steep climb…
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Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Fall
Learn more about Sawmill Gulch Trail
Sawmill Gulch Trail

Sawmill Gulch Trail

Sawmill Gulch is a short (2-mile) single track that leaves north of the tiny town of Platoro, Colorado. The trail gains 1,000 feet as it heads towards Kerr Road. It has several switchbacks that are…
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Total Miles
2.0
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about Saxon Mountain
Saxon Mountain

Saxon Mountain

Get a great view of Georgetown below from this impressive trail. You can also see Mt. Evans on a clear day. Georgetown is a fun place to visit. Be aware that there is limited parking…
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Total Miles
6.8
Tech Rating
5 Difficult
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Scenic Cumberland Pass
Scenic Cumberland Pass

Scenic Cumberland Pass

Take this scenic trail parallel to Cumberland pass. These old mining roads take you to some historical sights, and an incredible 360-degree view at the peak of Napoleon Mountain. Feel free to explore more of…
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Total Miles
17.4
Tech Rating
6 Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about School House Rock ATV
School House Rock ATV

School House Rock ATV

The School House Rock ATV trail is part of the Hardscrabble OHV system, and is accessed off of the Hockett Gulch trail. The east end of the trail is a dead end, making this an…
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Total Miles
1.4
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Schoolmarm Mountain
Schoolmarm Mountain

Schoolmarm Mountain

Great trail for day rides, exploring many side routes, and camping in the Tarryall Reservoir trail network. One possibly difficult section near the junction of Schoolmarm Mountain, Skinny, and Packer Gulch requiring 4wd and high…
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Total Miles
6.1
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Schrader Creek
Schrader Creek

Schrader Creek

This road is closed to motorized vehicles late winter through early spring to provide big game security and protect the road from damage. Starting as a simple dirt trail, the first three to four miles…
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Total Miles
6.8
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Schubarth Loop
Schubarth Loop

Schubarth Loop

This loop is really fun to explore, with its side roads and narrow, twisty terrain. There is a great overlook above the Air Force academy where you can relax and eat lunch. It is also…
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Total Miles
12.7
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Scotty's Cutoff ATV Trail
Scotty's Cutoff ATV Trail

Scotty's Cutoff ATV Trail

This is a short detour around a big hill climb on Scotty's ATV Trail. It's easier than the section of Scotty's that it parallels. This section of trail has been freshly made through a pine…
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Total Miles
0.6
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Scratch and Dent
Scratch and Dent

Scratch and Dent

The Scratch and Dent trailhead is on the entrance road to Calamity Canyon, about a quarter mile from Rim Road. There is a small sign to the left at the bottom of the first small…
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Total Miles
0.4
Tech Rating
6 Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Second Newlins SO. Road
Second Newlins SO. Road

Second Newlins SO. Road

This road gets rocky in places, requiring 4WD. At the National Forest boundary, there is a sign that calls the road Willow Creek Road 274. Once you get on top of the ridge, the road…
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Total Miles
1.1
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Second Thoughts
Second Thoughts

Second Thoughts

Singletrack dirt bike and mountain bike trail. Descends towards the Colorado river with only a few climbs and you return to the trailhead on Third Flats Road.The start of the trail has tight turns through…
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Total Miles
4.3
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Fall, Spring, Summer
Learn more about Sevenmile Creek
Sevenmile Creek

Sevenmile Creek

Start off through a valley, meandering along a beautiful rocky creek. Then climb out and head across some majestic forest land. The second portion offers a lot of different side roads to take, with a…
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Total Miles
7.0
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Shaeffer Dam Loop - BLM#6102K
Shaeffer Dam Loop - BLM#6102K

Shaeffer Dam Loop - BLM#6102K

Penrose Commons OHV Trail# 6102K is the easternmost trail of the Penrose Commons OHV recreational site. Majority of the trail traverses along the top edge of a valley overlooking the scenic cliffs of Patton Canyon…
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Total Miles
1.3
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Shallow Creek - NF 508
Shallow Creek - NF 508

Shallow Creek - NF 508

Lovely little road that takes you to the Shallow Creek Trailhead with some scenic views along the way. Some areas outside of private property where you can camp alongside the creek towards the end of…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sheep Mountain
Sheep Mountain

Sheep Mountain

Steep ascent through dense forest to the top of Sheep Mountain. Tight switchbacks and mild off-camber keeps this trail engaging, although not particularly difficult in general conditions. 270 degree view from the top features several…
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Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sheephorn Mountain
Sheephorn Mountain

Sheephorn Mountain

Make your way up the side of this mountain on varied terrain. You'll see trees and a few glimpses of the valley below. End of the trail is an easy route passing some cool old…
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Total Miles
15.2
Tech Rating
3 Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Shelf Road, Phantom Canyon
Shelf Road, Phantom Canyon

Shelf Road, Phantom Canyon

This is a heavily used network of trails that starts just south of Cripple Creek. A former stage coach route, Shelf Road takes you on a ride through history with old mines and ghost towns.…
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Total Miles
60.5
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall

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